Transfer Options from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo

Ollantaytambo is a quaint village located in the Sacred Valley of Peru. Nestled on the banks of the Urubamba River, Ollantaytambo is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and is home to the Ollantaytambo Incan ruin complex. Walking through the town centre itself is like stepping back in time to the Incan era, with its winding cobblestone streets and historic adobe buildings.

If you’re looking to visit the Sacred Valley, you have two different transfer options to get from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo; taxi or bus. Taking a direct Cusco airport to Ollytayyambo taxi is the quickest option as it takes just 1 hour and 30 minutes and costs around €35 (PEN 150). Taking the bus from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo is the slowest but most affordable option, it costs just €3.75 (PEN 16) per person and takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Cusco at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€55	90min	24/7
Taxi	€35	90min	24/7
Bus	€7.50	150min	24/7

How to get from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo by taxi

If you’re looking for a direct and fast way to get from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo, your best option is to take a taxi. The Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo taxi journey is around 1 hour and 30 minutes and the cost will be approximately €35 (PEN 150).

How much is a taxi from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo?

If you’re travelling with one of the local taxis that can be found outside of the airport, the drivers will choose a set fare for your journey. The average cost will be €35 (PEN 150), but it’s worth noting that the fares are not official, so this price may increase.

Cost

€35 (PEN 150)

Trip Duration

1 Hr 30 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Cusco airport.

Where do I find the taxis at Cusco Airport?

Taxis are located on the Arrivals Level at Cusco airport. You will see the taxi rank as soon as you exit the terminal.

Convenience

Taking a Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo taxi is the only direct way to get to the Sacred Valley. Your personal belongings will be safely stored throughout the journey and you will make it to your hotel in just 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Editor’s Note

You can fit up to 4 people in a standard Cusco airport taxi, and splitting the fare between 4 can really reduce the cost of your transfer per person.

Useful Tips

Be sure to agree on a price before getting in your Cusco airport taxi.

Feel free to barter with your driver if you don't agree with the price.

Tipping your Cusco taxi driver isn't expected but it's always appreciated.

How to get the bus from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo by bus

Unfortunately, there’s no direct bus from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo. You will first need to take the public ‘minibus’ from the airport to Plaza de Armas in Cusco, then take another local bus from there to Ollantaytambo. The total journey time is around 2 hours and 30 minutes, and the cost will be approximately €3.75 (PEN 16) one-way.

How much is the bus from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo?

The cost of the public ‘minibus’ from Cusco airport to Plaza de Armas in Cusco city centre is €0.25 (PEN 1). The cost of the bus from there to Ollantaytambo is around €3.50 (PEN 15). This means the total cost of taking the bus from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo is €3.75 (PEN 16) per traveller.

Cost

€3.75 (PEN 16)

Trip Duration

2 Hrs 30 Min.

*There's a waiting time of 5 minutes for the bus from the airport and 30 minutes for the bus from Cusco city centre.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The buses don't have a set schedule but practically run all day and night.

Where do I get the bus from Cusco Airport?

The buses don’t leave from Cusco airport. You will need to walk to the main road, Avenida Velasco Astete, to take the bus. To get there, you head right as soon as you exit the airport.

Convenience

Although a cheap transfer option, taking the bus isn’t the most convenient. You will have to make a change in Cusco city centre and there’s absolutely no luggage space on the bus. Once you reach Ollantaytambo, you will also need to find alternative transport to get to your hotel adding time and cost to your journey.

Editor’s Note

The bus from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo can be very hot and cramped. For your comfort and safety, we suggest taking a taxi if you're travelling with valuables.

Useful Tips

You can purchase your bus tickets form the drivers as you get on the bus.

There may be long lines for the Ollantaytambo bus, be sure to arrive at least 20 minutes before the bus leaves.

Be sure to travel light, there's no luggage space on the buses.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Cusco. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

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Drivers are always on time

Quality support

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DAYTIME

€99.0

NIGHTTIME

€119.0

Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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How do I get from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo?

You have two choices when travelling from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo; taxi or bus. Taking one of the local Cusco airport taxis will take around 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach the Sacred Valley and will cost approximately €35 (PEN 150). The public buses will take closer to 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach Ollantaytambo but will cost just €3.75 (PEN 16) per traveller.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo?

The local drivers will charge around €35 (PEN 150) for your Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo taxi. However, your driver will decide on a price as you get in the car, so it may change. For a fixed rate fare you can rely on, you can book your Cusco airport transfer in advance with Welcome Pickups.

How far is Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo by taxi?

The road distance when taking a Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo taxi is 64 km. It will take around 1 hour and 30 minutes to get to the Sacred Valley from the airport.

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How to get from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo by taxi

How much is a taxi from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo?

Cost

€35 (PEN 150)

Trip Duration

1 Hr 30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Cusco airport.

Where do I find the taxis at Cusco Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get the bus from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo by bus

How much is the bus from Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo?

Cost

€3.75 (PEN 16)

Trip Duration

2 Hrs 30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The buses don't have a set schedule but practically run all day and night.

Where do I get the bus from Cusco Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

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Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

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What’s the cost of a taxi from Cusco airport to Ollantaytambo?

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